Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. We are hiring a Software Engineer to work on Linux, cloud infrastructure, pipelines, automation, and open source software. You will collaborate closely with major cloud partners including Amazon, Microsoft, and Google to enhance Ubuntu as a premier cloud platform.
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In this role, you will develop automated and reliable image delivery, testing, and publication pipelines; design and integrate features into Ubuntu; collaborate proactively with a distributed team; write high-quality code; and engage with the open source community and commercial partners.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or similar degree
- Practical experience with public clouds
- Interest and experience with at least three of the following: containers (Docker, Kubernetes), DevOps automation, open source projects, APIs, Linux systems administration, Python packaging, cloud-based applications
- Experience in Python software development on Linux
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation package with annual review
- Performance-driven annual bonus
- Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
- Distributed work environment with two in-person team sprints annually
- Recognition rewards, annual holiday leave, maternity/paternity leave, Employee Assistance Programme
- Opportunities to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
Location: Jiddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia (Remote)
Work Conditions: Remote, Full-time; Global travel 2 to 4 weeks for internal and external events
Canonical is dedicated to fostering a diverse workplace and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.
